Bi-level brims with promise

St. James duplex could serve as multi-generational dwelling or owner-occupied rental

Sometimes, the best-laid plans go awry. After a home was built on an approximately 25-by-137-foot lot in St. James to be used as a multi-generational family home, circumstances changed, necessitating the home to be put up for sale. Now, the meticulously . . .

Posted: 2025-01-04

Painting a picture with petals

Fleurs de Villes event highlights artistry of talented local florists

Breathtaking beauty to delight all the senses will be on full display when Fleurs de Villes returns next month for its second Winnipeg show at The Leaf at Assiniboine Park. Since it was co-founded in 2016 by Tina Barkley and . . .

Posted: 2024-12-28

Let there be light

After completing a kitchen remodel late last fall, the homeowners ushered me into their living room before my departure to discuss a potential ceiling upgrade. The new ceiling in the kitchen had turned out so well, they wondered if it . . .

Posted: 2024-12-28

Room to move and grow

Sensibly stylish Prairie Pointe home offers versatility for an active family

If there’s one thing a family looks for when searching for a new home, it’s a house that offers a well-balanced design. That means a home must be efficient and elegant at once, blending those crucial characteristics in a seamless . . .

Posted: 2024-12-28

An updated classic

Tuxedo bungalow’s full remodel all about attention to detail

There are many things to love about Tuxedo — the large, mature lots, its central location and the majestic collection of expansive, well-built homes. However, if there’s one thing that causes consternation among those looking for a home in the . . .

Posted: 2024-12-28

An appetite for waste reduction

Food-remnant drop-off bins a means to an end toward conservation and cutting emissions this festive season

The holiday season can be the most wonderful time of year. In many homes, tables will be set with traditional holiday dishes. Festive table-scapes will add sparkle with candlesticks, seasonal greenery, fresh-cut flowers, cinnamon sticks and cranberries. There will be . . .

Posted: 2024-12-21

Getting a handle on a long-awaited project

All fellow homeowners will agree that a house is an ongoing commitment. And despite any desire to make esthetic changes, maintenance often trumps renovation or redecoration. After all, there is only so much money to go around, and even the . . .

Posted: 2024-12-21

Modern country charm

With unique split floor plan and built-in flexibility, Grande Pointe Meadows bungalow has plenty to offer both families and empty-nesters

For a home to be at its most livable for more than one demographic, every aspect of its design must be spot-on. That applies especially to bungalows, due to the fact they’re sought after both by families and empty-nester couples. Randall . . .

Posted: 2024-12-21

Riverside revelation

Smartly updated East Kildonan bungalow maintains its original character

When you think of riverfront homes in East Kildonan, the first special route that may come to mind is Kildonan Drive. That’s natural, because it runs along the Red River for kilometres between Helmsdale Avenue and Rossmere Crescent along the . . .

Posted: 2024-12-21

Oh, the weather outside is…

… perfect for picking up some books on gardening

Whether you have a large garden or grow a few plants on a patio or windowsill, your interest in plants and nature opens the door to a world of new ideas and knowledge. Here are my recommendations for books . . .

Posted: 2024-12-14